Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crud

noun
/krʌd/
Definition
An informal term used to refer to something that is unclean, unpleasant, or of poor quality.
Examples
  • The old barn was filled with crud and debris.
  • She couldn’t believe the crud on her car after the storm.
  • That movie was just a bunch of crud; I was expecting much more.
Meaning
Crud typically describes dirt, waste, or a situation that is frustrating or disappointing.
Synonyms
  • dirt
  • mess
  • rubbish
  • junk
  • garbage